Windows 10: DVD/CD Player not working

Discus and support DVD/CD Player not working in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; I have a Lenovo G505s Laptop with Windows 10 and a DVD/ CD Player that suddenly does not work. The computer tells me the drivers are OK. I have been... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by Ivann1938, Mar 20, 2018.

  1. Ivann1938 Win User

    DVD/CD Player not working


    I have a Lenovo G505s Laptop with Windows 10 and a DVD/ CD Player that suddenly does not work. The computer tells me the drivers are OK. I have been into Device Manager and uninstalled and reinstalled both the DVD player and the associated controller without success. The DVD player appears to be working OK ( I can hear it working and the small power light comes on ) but for some reason the system does not recognise it . I am reluctant to get involved in registry changes ( suggested as a possible source of the problem ) as I am not too computer savvy.

    :)
     
    Ivann1938, Mar 20, 2018
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  2. AutoPlay does not work for DVD's in windows 10

    Auto play does not work for CD's and DVD's in windows 10. Things I have tried is setting the defaults for DVD player or CD player.
     
    steveRocket_763, Mar 20, 2018
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  3. Is there any DVD player app or burner in Windows 10?

    Original title: DVD's

    The question is simple. Is there a DVD burner that works on Windows 10. Windows 10 has a media player that will burn cd such as cd-rw but not DVD's. We have slideshows created with movie maker but no way to burn them to DVD.we are talking DVD not CDs. We
    had it on Windows 7 but when we upgraded to Windows 10 we do not have a DVD player or burner. Downloaded DVD player app for 15 bucks. Uninstalled it would not work. Thank you for any suggestions. Remember the guest ion is about DVD not cd
     
    RandyAbbott, Mar 20, 2018
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  4. bobkn Win User

    DVD/CD Player not working

    Do you have a bootable DVD or CD?

    If so, I suggest using it to test the hardware. If you can boot from a DVD, then the problem must be within Windows.
     
    bobkn, Mar 20, 2018
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  5. Bree New Member
    Good idea.

    If you don't have any bootable disks, the quickest and easiest way to make one is to use another PC with a working drive (if you have or can borrow one) and make a System Repair disk.

    Create System Repair Disc in Windows 10
     
  6. Ivann1938 Win User
    Thank you. I'll work on that and let you know.
     
    Ivann1938, Mar 20, 2018
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  7. Helmut Win User
    Clean the optics in the DVD drive. Fortunately very easy on a Laptop where the tray comes out with the optics easily accessible.
    I use a torch at a low angle and a magnifying glass to check, and clean with a non scratchy material. The mechanism is delicate.
     
    Helmut, Mar 20, 2018
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  8. Ivann1938 Win User

    DVD/CD Player not working

    Thank you, I'll try that. Everything else seems to be ending in tears.
     
    Ivann1938, Mar 20, 2018
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  9. Ivann1938 Win User
    Thank you Helmut, problem solved. Very grateful.
     
    Ivann1938, Apr 5, 2018
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